Wondering what goes bump in the night? The Panasonic HX-A1 will show you (review)

The HX-A1 action cam's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, and its night-vision capabilities give it an edge under cover of darkness. But is it the best choice?

The Panasonic HX-A1 is a super-light and compact action cam. Out-of-the-box night-vision makes it the only action cam for shooting in total darkness. An included adapter for use with GoPro mounts gives buyers accessory options.

The A1's image quality suffers due to compression artifacting. The A1 also doesn't have an underwater case for waterproofing beyond the camera's low built-in rating so underwater filming is restricted. Pedestrian battery life won't suit those shooting...

The HX-A1's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, but there are better choices.

Wondering what goes bump in the night? The Panasonic HX-A1 will show you (review)

With 4K capability being pushed by Sony and GoPro in their top-of-the-line cameras, HD action cams like the Panasonic HX-A1 compete for budget-minded buyers. The A1 is an affordable full-HD action cam selling for $199.99, £179.99 or AU$299. The A1...

The Panasonic HX-A1 is a super-light and compact action cam. Out-of-the-box night-vision makes it the only action cam for shooting in total darkness. An included adapter for use with GoPro mounts gives buyers accessory options

The A1's image quality suffers due to compression artifacting. The A1 also doesn't have an underwater case for waterproofing beyond the camera's low built-in rating so underwater filming is restricted. Pedestrian battery life won't suit those shooting...

The HX-A1's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, but there are better choices.

Panasonic HX-A1 review

With 4K capability being pushed by Sony and GoPro in their top-of-the-line cameras, HD action cams like the Panasonic HX-A1 compete for budget-minded buyers. The A1 is an affordable full-HD action cam selling for $199.99, £179.99 or AU$299. The A1...

The Panasonic HX-A1 is a super-light and compact action cam. Out-of-the-box night-vision makes it the only action cam for shooting in total darkness. An included adapter for use with GoPro mounts gives buyers accessory options.

The A1's image quality suffers due to compression artifacting. The A1 also doesn't have an underwater case for waterproofing beyond the camera's low built-in rating so underwater filming is restricted. Pedestrian battery life won't suit those shooting...

The HX-A1's size and price offer a decent option for buyers, but there are better choices.